Click here to see Dr. Morris’s interview with, East TN Living. Dr. Morris discusses how to enjoy the holidays in moderation by practicing healthy eating habits — opt for smaller portions, avoid overfilling your plate and stay hydrated while enjoying that holiday drink. Small changes can make a big difference in how you feel! As […]
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Brandon Morris, M.D. of Summit Medical Group sits down with Living East TN to share tips for staying healthy and refreshed this holiday season!
August is National Immunization Awareness Month
Vaccines aren’t just for children. This is a good time to talk to your healthcare provider and be sure your immunizations are up to date. We are currently administering flu vaccine, RSV vaccine, COVID-19 vaccine, shingles vaccine and a few others.
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Recommendations from the CDC on Caring for Yourself and Others During the COVID-19 Pandemic
At IMA/Summit we are very concerned about your well-being. During the COVID-19 pandemic we have changed our office procedures to minimize the risk of exposure to our patients and our staff. Your health is our number one priority. We see routine non acutely ill patients (physicals, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease) in the […]
Read moreCOVID-19 FAQ
What is COVID-19? Coronaviruses were identified in 1950s and generally cause symptoms similar to most viral illness including the cold and flu (cough, fever, and/or body aches). This is very similar to most viral illnesses including flu and the common cold. COVID-19 is a new coronavirus. Because this virus is new, testing has been limited; […]
Read moreNot So Sweet
The widespread promotion of low-fat diets in the late 1900’s has increased the dietary proportion of carbohydrates. Unfortunately, since that time, the incidence of obesity and diabetes has continued to rise. In addition, the current consumption of sugar is out of control-especially considering that the average male should consume the equivalent of 9 teaspoons of […]
Read moreMeasles
Measles, caused by the rubeola virus, is a highly contagious and serious infection that can be deadly. It is spread primarily in mucous and phlegm by coughing and sneezing. The virus can live for up to 2 hours in the air and on surfaces in the environment where a person with measles coughed or sneezed. […]
Read moreAdvance Care Planning
Life is precious and should be savored each day with the ones you love. Unfortunately, death is irrevocable, and it is important for your family that you do adequate planning. Advance care planning is an important service that is provided by your primary care physician and is usually covered by your insurance. This allows your […]
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